Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Empire
9922 Front St, Empire, MI 49630
71,000 acres · 100 miles of trails
Empire's Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore spans 71,000 acres of Lake Michigan dunes where leashed dogs join most trails. Shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans facilitate outings. Dogs are barred from Dune Climb, Pierce Stocking trails, and swim beaches.
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- Park
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Empire
- Type
- National park
- Location
- Empire, Michigan
- Coordinates
- 44.8074, -86.0431
- Size
- 71,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 100
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.9 / 5 (6,420 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 8.1 / 10 — Exceptional
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.9 from 6,420 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 71,000 acres of room
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Dog policy
71,000-acre Lake Michigan dunes. Leashed dogs welcome on most trails (NOT permitted on Dune Climb, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive trails, or designated swim beaches).
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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